Admissions Overview
The admission process at St Olaf College has a 56% acceptance rate. There is no application fee. St Olaf College has test optional requirements that focus on each student's unique potential.
Selectivity
56%
Moderately Selective
Application Volume
5,524
Total Applicants
Enrollment Yield
28%
Students who enroll
Admission Requirements
The admission process at St Olaf College has a 56% acceptance rate. There is no application fee. Standardized test score requirements may vary. The admissions team at St Olaf College evaluates each application holistically to assess student potential.
Testing Policy
Test Optional
Students may apply without submitting standardized test scores
Application Cost
$0
No application fee required
Complete Application Requirements
Required for Admission
High School Transcript
RequiredHigh School GPA
RequiredEnglish Proficiency Test
RequiredPersonal Statement/Essay
RequiredLetters of Recommendation
RequiredOptional (Considered if Submitted)
Standardized Test Scores
OptionalHigh School Class Rank
OptionalWork Experience
OptionalLegacy Status
OptionalNot Considered for Admission
Other Tests (Wonderlic/WISC)
Not ConsideredNote: Requirements may vary by program or student type. International students may have additional requirements. Contact the admissions office for specific questions about your application.
Test Scores
Test score ranges represent the 25th to 75th percentile of admitted students at St Olaf College. About 15% of admitted students submitted SAT scores, with total scores typically ranging from 1,300 to 1,480. Additionally, about 37% of admitted students submitted ACT scores, with composite scores typically ranging from 28 to 33.
SAT Scores
15% of students submitted400
1600
1300 – 1480
200
800
660 – 730
200
800
640 – 750
ACT Scores
37% of students submitted1
36
28 – 33
1
36
27 – 34
1
36
26 – 31
Admission Statistics
5,524 students applied to STOLAF. Of those, 56% were accepted (3,116 students). Of these 3,116 accepted students, 869 chose to enroll.
5,524
Total Applicants
3,116
Students Admitted
869
Students Enrolled
56%
Acceptance Rate